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Chicago Dax

Chicago Dax assists students from Depaul University and City Colleges of Chicago of all age ranges. After referral from their school advisors, these students are housed and supported through their college career to avoid ever having another economically driven homeless episode again.

Program Overview

In 2015, Depaul USA created the Dax Program to assist college students facing either housing insecurity or homelessness. According to the Federal Student Aid, approximately 68,000 U.S. college students experience homelessness in some form yearly. Due to this silent crisis, Depaul USA is leading the way in shining light on this issue and the individuals it impacts.

  • Housing
  • Case management 
  • Counseling referrals
  • Community building activities
  • Sunday suppers
  • Service learning
  • Volunteering

Chicago Dax Programs:

The Chicago Dax Program operates across three residences. All three residences provide students with stable housing and support services.

  • Holy Rosary
  • Cecilia House
  • Holy Innocents 

All Dax participants are vetted and referred to the Program by their school.

“

With my health issues and school, I feel good knowing that I don't have to worry about my housing situation, and I can focus on my studies. I'm so glad programs like this exist and thank you.

Cyn
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Being at Cecilia House has truly changed my life and I will always be indebted to the Dax Program for helping me in my time of need.

Ladonna

Dax requirements

- Be enrolled as full-time students, and maintain full-time status and good academic standing throughout Dax program participation
- Work minimum 10 hrs/week
- Pay a reduced monthly rent payment based on monthly payment
- Meet with the program case manager at least once a month

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